PNB Chapter 401 The Substitute Bride Becomes a Reality (2)
Chapter 401 The Substitute Bride Becomes a Reality (2)
A brazier was set up at the entrance of the First Prince's residence. Whether it was intentional or not, the fire burned exceptionally brightly, with flames leaping up half a meter high.
Before Qi Jinyu even got close, she deftly switched Su Ziyu from being carried on her back to being carried in a princess carry. Then she loosened her grip on his waist a little, signaling him to behave. "If you keep making a fuss, I'll let go."
Su Ziyu glanced at the flames and immediately became obedient.
Not only did she become obedient, but she also alertly raised her hand to put her arm around his neck and buried her head in Qi Jinyu's chest, as if afraid that this future tyrant would really abandon her.
Qi Jinyu was amused by his little gesture, quickly curled her lips, then kicked the brazier away, picked up the person and strode towards the wedding hall.
The guests behind looked at each other in bewilderment.
Because of their positions, they didn't see Qi Jinyu's upturned lips, but only noticed his various forms of impatience. He never waited for the matchmaker to finish saying auspicious words before lifting the sedan curtain, and the bride didn't even have her veil on. Now he's even kicked the brazier.
This is outrageous!
This marriage was bestowed by the Emperor. Even if the Crown Prince is dissatisfied, he should not act so recklessly. Everyone present is shrewd and has already drafted his impeachment memorial for tomorrow.
In the wedding hall.
Since the emperor was not present in person, only the Grand Eunuch Qian offered his blessings on his behalf.
Qi Jinyu carried the person straight to the two prayer mats, then put the person down. The moment Su Ziyu's feet touched the ground, her legs went weak and she fell back into his arms.
Qi Jinyu raised an eyebrow, then wrapped her arms around his slender waist and whispered in his ear, "We haven't even consummated our marriage yet, why are your legs already weak, Madam?"
"So what if your legs are weak? It's all because of..."
Su Ziyu paused halfway through his sentence. Thinking of the scumbag father and stepmother who sold their daughter for personal gain, a dark glint flashed in his eyes. He vowed to make them pay once this crisis was over.
Qi Jinyu tightened her grip on his waist slightly. "What's the blame?"
Su Zi was about to come back to her senses when she looked up and met Qi Jinyu's amused gaze. She symbolically punched his chest a few times and said, "Of course it's all your fault. Your posture when you hugged me was too stiff, and my legs are numb."
He deliberately used a high-pitched voice, hoping to slightly annoy the other person.
He had originally thought that Qi Jinyu, a rough and uncultured man who had spent most of his time in the military, would not be able to stand his affected and pretentious manner, but to his surprise, the other party accepted it all, saying, "I didn't have any experience the first time, but I'll be better next time."
And next time? !
Su Ziyu bit her lip silently. Oh no, it seems she has accidentally dug a hole for herself.
In the main seat directly in front, Eunuch Qian was overjoyed to see the two newlyweds whispering sweet nothings to each other before even bowing to each other. He thought to himself that now he could rest assured and report back to His Majesty.
Although this eldest princess came from an ordinary background, she was outstanding in appearance and had extraordinary courage. Her fearlessness towards the eldest prince alone set her far ahead of other noble ladies in the capital.
What's most commendable is that the eldest prince doesn't seem to dislike the other party.
His Majesty was initially worried that the eldest prince would be unhappy with the marriage, but now it seems that he was overthinking it.
This is clearly a match made in heaven!
The matchmaker rushed into the wedding hall first, wanting to put the red veil on the bride, but Qi Jinyu stopped her, saying, "My people don't need to be hidden."
Matchmaker: ? ? ?
The tradition of brides covering their heads with a veil is an old custom; how did it become something that involves hiding or concealing?
The matchmaker wanted to say it was against the rules, but when she met Qi Jinyu's imposing gaze, she immediately swallowed all her words of advice.
Whether she covers it or not is up to her; it's not like she's getting married.
The guests were a step behind and followed in. They had expected that there would be some trouble with the wedding ceremony, but it turned out that the ceremony was completed in a proper and orderly manner.
"The ceremony is complete, escort them to the bridal chamber!!!"
As soon as the matchmaker finished calling out, Qi Jinyu used the same trick again. This time, he deliberately made his movements gentler, slipping his hand under Su Ziyu's lower back, supporting her thighs and lifting her up horizontally.
Under the astonished gazes of the crowd, the two hurriedly left.
No, she just left so fresh and beautiful?!
It's one thing for the bride to go back to her bridal chamber, but why did the eldest prince, the groom, also leave? Besides, who will entertain the guests now that he's gone?!
Seeing this, Eunuch Qian quickly stepped forward to smooth things over, saying, "Distinguished guests, His Highness is a man of deep affection and could not bear to see the bride burdened by her phoenix coronet and wedding gown, so he personally carried her back to her room to rest."
Such genuine affection and tender gestures prove that His Highness and the Princess Consort are a match made in heaven. If His Majesty were to witness this, he would surely be overjoyed.
With these words, Eunuch Qian turned the tables, transforming the situation from passive to active, and defining the Crown Prince's impolite act of leaving the guests as a virtue of loving his wife.
At the end, he even brought up the emperor as the ultimate weapon, implying that no one would dare to speak ill of the emperor, especially since this marriage was arranged by imperial decree.
Seeing that Eunuch Qian had spoken so eloquently, the guests, regardless of their true thoughts, outwardly echoed his sentiments. Some even went so far as to flatter the emperor, praising his wisdom and brilliance...
Li Mang, the deputy general standing nearby, also stepped forward, saying, "The banquet is about to begin. Please, gentlemen, move aside. His Highness will return immediately after settling the Crown Princess and personally offer you a toast to express his gratitude!"
The butler also arranged for servants to guide the guests to their seats, serve dishes and wine, and begin the banquet. Various song and dance performances followed one after another, making the scene lively.
In the wedding room.
Su Ziyu was placed on the bed by Qi Jinyu, and as soon as he sat down, he frowned, "It's so uncomfortable!!"
"Tsk, so delicate."
That's what she said, but Qi Jinyu still bent down, reached into the mattress with her large hand, and swept the peanuts and red dates that were spread inside onto the floor. "Now you can sit down, right?"
Su Ziyu was somewhat surprised by Qi Jinyu's agreeableness. He nodded reservedly and then continued to make his request, "I'm hungry."
That scumbag father of the original owner was truly ruthless!
The original owner, dragging his sickly body, traveled all the way from Jiangnan to the capital. Before he could even catch his breath, his scumbag father tricked him into the mansion under the pretext that Su Miaomiao wanted to see him, and then imprisoned him for a day and a night.
They gave him water but no food during that time, for fear he would run away.
Just before he was put on the bridal sedan chair, he was given a packet of muscle relaxant, which made him grit his teeth with hatred whenever he thought about it.
Qi Jinyu clapped her hands, and immediately maids filed in from outside, carrying various exquisite dishes. In no time, the table was full of food.
Su Ziyu was already hungry, and now she started swallowing hard. She stood up and was about to walk to the table when Qi Jinyu pressed her back down, saying, "Let's drink the nuptial wine first."
As he spoke, he quickly picked up the wine pot on the table, poured two cups of wine, and walked back to hand them to Su Ziyu.
Su Ziyu did not want to drink.
His stomach was empty; drinking now would be suicide.
Seeing that he turned his head away and refused to answer, and his face was full of resistance, Qi Jinyu immediately frowned and said, "Whether you drink the nuptial wine or go straight to the bridal chamber, it's your choice."
Threat, naked threat.
He had no choice; if he took off his clothes, he would be completely exposed!
Although the male lead has long legs, a V-shaped waist, and a standard inverted triangle physique, and the two have just gone through the wedding ceremony, it can't be denied that he's an imposter!
Don't mess with your brother-in-law!
Su Ziyu still had this bottom line, and could only tearfully refuse the option of eating meat in the bridal chamber.
"A toast should naturally be made willingly by both parties. How about we compromise? Let me have a piece of pastry to fill my stomach first. Not just one cup, but three cups will do, at least for three lifetimes, how about that?"